Housed inside the deconsecrated San Barnaba Church, Leonardo da Vinci: The Exhibition in Venice offers a hands-on exploration of the genius of one of history’s greatest minds. Rather than focusing solely on his paintings, the exhibition highlights Leonardo’s scientific and engineering brilliance through over 200 objects, including wooden models of his inventions that have been carefully built from his original codices. Visitors can see full-scale reconstructions of machines designed for flight, hydraulics, mechanics, and military use, many of which can be touched and operated to understand how they would have worked. This interactive approach makes the exhibition engaging for all ages, inviting you to step into Leonardo’s world of experimentation and imagination.
In addition to the mechanical models, the exhibition features detailed studies of Leonardo’s artistic and anatomical drawings, offering insight into his relentless curiosity and ability to blend art with science. Panels and multimedia displays provide context for his ideas, showing how they anticipated modern technology centuries before their time. The church setting adds to the atmosphere, with its soaring ceilings and quiet ambiance creating a contemplative space for exploring Leonardo’s legacy. Whether you are fascinated by art, history, or engineering, this exhibition provides a unique and accessible way to experience the genius of da Vinci, making it a memorable stop during a visit to Venice.
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